Matchup
Hard matchup
Build vs Sion
Build adapted to this matchup
Starting items
Core build
Standard
Summoner spells
84%
14%Anti AD
Anti AP
Anti Tank
DPS
Other options
Resolve
Grasp of the Undying
Shield Bash
Conditioning
Overgrowth
Sorcery
Transcendence
Manaflow Band
Power Spikes
Strength by game phase
Malphite
SionSion's abilities
Passive, spells and ultimate
After being killed, Sion will temporarily reanimate with rapidly decaying Health. His attacks become very rapid, heal him, and deal bonus damage based on his target's maximum Health.
Cooldowns
Cooldowns by spell rank
| Level | Q | W | E | R |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | 10s | 15s | 12s | – |
| 6 | 8s | 15s | 12s | 2m20 |
| 9 | 6s | 14s | 12s | 2m20 |
| 11 | 6s | 13s | 12s | 1m40 |
| 16 | 6s | 11s | 10s | 1m |
| 18 | 6s | 11s | 8s | 1m |
Playing against Sion
How to counter and exploit weaknesses
His Q charge can be interrupted by CC — stun him during the channel to cancel the knockup.
Sidestep his R (charge): he can't turn easily once he's started.
His zombie passive is slow: simply walk away from him, don't stay in range.
The W shield can be popped before it detonates: burst it quickly to prevent the damage from going off.
Source: op.gg + LTL Engine · Patch 16.9.1 · May 9, 2026